colleague (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒliːɡ/
Definition
A person with whom one works, typically in a profession or business.
Examples
She is a respected colleague who always offers support.
He introduced me to his colleagues at the conference.
My colleagues and I are planning a surprise party for our boss.
How to Use colleague
- colleague of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify whose colleague someone is. — "He is a colleague of the new manager."
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